Security Officer - Watford - England

Do you have previous security experience and strong observational skills? Can you remain professional under pressure while providing exceptional customer service? Are you proactive and vigilant in maintaining a safe and secure environment?

We are looking for a dedicated and adaptable Security Officer to protect our client’s staff, assets, and infrastructure by maintaining a strong security presence and adhering to health and safety protocols. The successful candidate will be responsible for patrolling designated areas, controlling access to premises, monitoring security systems, and responding to incidents. You will need to be highly observant, physically fit, and able to work independently while maintaining a professional and approachable manner.

Position: Security Officer

Location: Watford

Pay rate: £13.20 per hour

Shift Pattern: Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat and Sun Nights; Week 2: Weds, Thurs, Nights; Sat and Sun Days (54 hours pw)

Role Requirements:

• Valid SIA licence

Benefits include:

• Financial support for SIA Licensing and renewal
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Life Assurance benefits
• Employee referral scheme
• Progression, training, and development opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
• Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers
• Cinema tickets
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme

Must have:

• Valid SIA licence
• Proven work experience as a Security Guard or relevant position (min 1 year experience)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Surveillance skills and detail orientation
• IT literate - Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment

Duties:

• Report any issues to the supervisor or duty manager
• Ensure all instructions, both written and verbal are adhered to
• Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers
• Conduct foot patrols within defined areas as an effective deterrent in the protection of the client’s property and assets
• Investigate and take the appropriate lawful action as authorized by the corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents
• Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
• Carry out ID checks
• Be vigilant to the Health and Safety risks
• Excellent communication skills to all levels – verbally, written, phone and by security radios
• Work effectively as part of a team or can work on own initiative
• A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges

Who We Are: Ward Security provides security services solutions to a range of UK businesses. Security services include CCTV security systems, property management, guard dog security, key holding services, security guard patrol services, response alarm systems and more. With over 1500+ of our amazing people operating nationally. We seek the best talent to uphold our vision “We look after our people; our people look after our clients. We aim to retain and attract the very best of both.”

Why Work For Us? Apart from joining our friendly team we offer Uniform, SIA Licensing savings scheme, Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme, Pension and Life Assurance benefits. We strongly believe in growing our own talent, and we provide opportunities through our in-house Training Academy, our Leadership Development Programme, online eLearning and development programmes for a career path. To support the wellbeing of our people we have an in-house Mental Health Team, Wellbeing Platform, an inclusive culture recognised in our Diversity Champion & International Inclusion Awards. We uphold our wellbeing as a MIND Workplace Wellbeing Silver Award holder. We offer Reward membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits.

At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.